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A recent arrest warrant against Sudan's president will likely not be carried out, showing that international law fails to truly bring justice.

In times of economic hardship, America has turned against undocumented workers throughout history. President Obama and the GOP candidates are no different.

Today, Jon Corzine appears before the first of several congressional committees regarding the bankruptcy of MF Global and the disappearance of client funds.

The ICC should form a more concrete judgement system which would affect a broader range of global citizens.

Office Hours: After Obama's bold declarations about closing Gitmo, he could now find himself in the awkward position of presiding over the first military execution at the prison.

UC Davis police acted shamefully when they used tear gas on nonviolent student protesters. But, this could prove to be a galvanizing moment for the Occupy campus movement.

Economic liberalization does not lead to civil and political freedoms as the case of Cuba proves.

The real battlefront for the struggle against appearance-based discrimination lies within our culture and ourselves.

Amnesty International is calling for the West to ban arms sales to human rights violators, but in the case of Bahrain, the DoD doesn't seem to be listening.

As Kim Kardashian's divorce suggests, marriage isn't what it used to be. A recent Pew poll confirms that only 30% of young people consider marriage to be important.

Over the past year Kyrgyzstan has been going through its own democratization process with Roza Otunbayeva at the helm, and without much fanfare, despite its distinctiveness for the region.

Uruguay has repealed the amnesty law protecting those who committed atrocities during the 1973-1985 military dictatorship. Algeria, haunted by its civil war, should take note.

The current definition of rape used by the FBI is outdated since it excludes men, and furthers misconceptions about what rape is and who can be a victim of rape.

America is a land of immigrants, and we need to accept those who have built productive lives here while securing our borders at the same time.

Gaddafi's death marks the decline of the age of Arab dictators.

A gender diversified message is important in confronting the problems women face in the developing world.

With America constantly striving to stay at the apex of the world's globalization, it must begin to take multilingualism and foreign language education programs more seriously.

The recent Ontario election sheds light both on how uneducated voters are regarding the electoral process and how poor the first-past-the-post democratic system is.

A recent international controversy between Australia and Malaysia highlights that a dangerous precedent could be set if Malaysia does not protect asylum seekers.

New Jersey Governor Chris Christie rightly said "thanks, but no thanks" to those clamoring for him to join the GOP presidential race. He has work to do if he wants to be a viable candidate.

The short-sighted implementation of "women only" public transport sections helps create a longer-term problem.

Despite the headaches of the General Assembly week, the UN headquarters in New York provides significant returns.

American legislators, judges, and legal representatives must recognize the importance of respecting international treaties and international law.

The language of "change" is being hijacked in Libya to conceal the West's real motives — control of the Arab Spring and vital resources.

Africa is exporting its farmland. While some view this as a revival of imperialism, it is actually a valuable opportunity for Africa's agricultural sector.

As the financial crisis deepens, some analysts have predicted it could cause war. But while social unrest will certainly increase, Europe lacks a "cost-benefit" equation for war.

Wal-Mart's new program to buy from women-owned businesses glosses over the fact that their stores discriminate against women when it comes to wages and promotions.

After decades of Western-run development in Africa, it is time to reevaluate our progress. International NGOs may be more of a hindrance than a solution to social and economic issues.

Though tasked with maintaining a large security net, the TSA has too many holes rendering it an ineffective organization.

In order to effectively mobilize for economic equality, Occupy Wall Street activists should abandon their framework for tactical revolution.

The standoff between the Ecuadorian police and President Rafael Correa may have read like a political thriller, but the implications for America and U.S. business in South America are very real.

Saudi Arabia granting women the right to vote and run for municipal elections should be applauded, as it is a big step for women's rights in the region.

The riots in London have nothing in common with Arab Spring, Greece, or Spain protests and should not be viewed in a favorable light.

The Afghan War is only a drain on American resources, which can better serve our own country.

The African Union may be a more legitimate multinational organization to broker peace in Libya, as its peace strategies have already been accepted by Gaddafi.

Armed with technology, a college education, and a conviction that we can make a difference, today's 20-somethings are committed to activism and are creating change across the world.

Putting the former presidents of Egypt and Ivory Coast on trial relieves popular anger but is largely irrelevant to the long-term future of both countries.

Chinese influence has grown exponentially in Africa in the last decade, and China's methods and morals have made it a new colonial power on the continent.

After an international court ruling, nations now can be held accountable for the conduct of their peacekeeping forces.

The State Department is leading the charge for internet freedom, which will affect how the rest of the world accesses media.

In order to overcome the Tea Party's attacks in the 2012 election, Obama will need to re-harness his 2008 energy, stop capitulating to the GOP, and highlight his successes.

"Youth bulge" has become a buzzword in Indian politics following the anti-corruption drive and the Arab Spring. But India shouldn't label youth as deviant — they are instead an economic force.